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National Reconnaissance Office expands use of commercial satellite imagery

The contracts — awarded to Maxar, BlackSky and Planet — are part of NRO's response to a growing demand for commercial satellite imagery.

Space Force ‘reverse industry day’ to address gaps in sensing, tracking

During industry meetings this week, program managers will hear from companies about capabilities they're developing to address tactical ISR capability needs.

Satellite photo shows possible new Chinese nuclear submarine able to launch cruise missiles

A submarine seen in a satellite photo of a Chinese shipyard shows what could be a new class or subtype of a nuclear-powered attack sub with a new stealthy propulsion system and launch tubes for cruise missiles.

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US and allies blame Russia for Viasat hack ahead of Ukraine invasion

While the U.S. and others did not tie the digital assault to any one specific element of the Russian government, Estonia pinned the blame on Russia’s infamous intelligence directorate, known as GRU.

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Maxar reports $7 million loss in first quarter earnings

Multiple media organizations use Maxar’s satellite imagery in their reporting, notably to show activity in Ukraine as it defends itself against a Russian invasion.

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Afghan-based terror groups still a year away from ability to strike US, intel leaders say

Earlier assessments had estimated an attack could be possible as early as this summer.

By Leo Shane III

New Mideast task force can counter Iranian arms smuggling, but more capabilities are needed

U.S. Central Command must be able to to analyze and exploit intelligence, which requires a robust cadre of analysts.

By Bradley Bowman, Ryan Brobst and Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery (ret.)

Atlantic Council urges Pentagon to utilize commercial space capabilities

The Atlantic Council report urges Congress to improve its oversight of how the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community adopt commercial space services.

By Courtney Albon

Satellite service provider EchoStar posts Q1 earnings

The company posted a revenue of $501.5 million in the period.

The US military needs a modernized GPS capability to maintain superiority

The replacement of outdated GPS satellites in the constellation has not kept pace with our international competition and emerging global threats.

By Rep. Don Bacon and Rep. Mikie Sherrill

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Iridium’s first-quarter results surpass expectations

The satellite phone company posted revenue of $168.2 million in the period.

DARPA seeks proposals on improving satellite imagery technology

The new projects come amid growing demand for satellite imagery from the government and commercial sectors.

By Courtney Albon

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US intelligence satellite launches from California

The NROL-85 satellite lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base aboard a two-stage SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

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Putin is holding GPS hostage. Here’s how to get it back.

Just the threat of interfering with GPS can help Putin keep the U.S. at bay.

By Dana A. Goward and Rep. John Garamendi

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SPACECOM requests more funding for key space domain awareness center

The $74 million request would support projects in support of the National Space Defense Center, an important command-and-control and space domain awareness capability.

By Courtney Albon

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Intelligence agencies accelerate use of commercial space imagery to support Ukraine

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency has moved quickly to leverage commercial space capabilities to increase its support of Ukraine.

By Courtney Albon

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The contracts — awarded to Maxar, BlackSky and Planet — are part of NRO's response to a growing demand for commercial satellite imagery.

During industry meetings this week, program managers will hear from companies about capabilities they're developing to address tactical ISR capability needs.

A submarine seen in a satellite photo of a Chinese shipyard shows what could be a new class or subtype of a nuclear-powered attack sub with a new stealthy propulsion system and launch tubes for cruise missiles.

While the U.S. and others did not tie the digital assault to any one specific element of the Russian government, Estonia pinned the blame on Russia’s infamous intelligence directorate, known as GRU.

Multiple media organizations use Maxar’s satellite imagery in their reporting, notably to show activity in Ukraine as it defends itself against a Russian invasion.

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Earlier assessments had estimated an attack could be possible as early as this summer.

U.S. Central Command must be able to to analyze and exploit intelligence, which requires a robust cadre of analysts.

The Atlantic Council report urges Congress to improve its oversight of how the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community adopt commercial space services.

The company posted a revenue of $501.5 million in the period.

The replacement of outdated GPS satellites in the constellation has not kept pace with our international competition and emerging global threats.

The satellite phone company posted revenue of $168.2 million in the period.

The new projects come amid growing demand for satellite imagery from the government and commercial sectors.

The NROL-85 satellite lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base aboard a two-stage SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

Just the threat of interfering with GPS can help Putin keep the U.S. at bay.

The $74 million request would support projects in support of the National Space Defense Center, an important command-and-control and space domain awareness capability.

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency has moved quickly to leverage commercial space capabilities to increase its support of Ukraine.

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